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The Hidden Beauty that is Ilihan
6:56:00 AMSummer in the Philippines including Mindanao is super HOT!! Temperature rise super high and the threat of dehydration and heat stroke is looming around the corner. Add the rotational power outage to the extreme heat and you will definitely wish you're underwater (like Dyesebel)...
Since the extreme heat is causing me so much distress, I wanted so much to get away from the busy city and enjoy the cool breeze of the ocean. And that is exactly what I did.
See ya later summer sun! Hello Samal Island!
Our beach outing (with friends) was planned way back in April. Since our group is "allergic" to huge crowds, I searched the internet for a nice secluded beach resort in the northernmost part of Samal. Luckily I was able to find Ilihan Beach Resort in the web and started inquiring about the rates. I found the place really nice and perfect for our group's taste -- not crowded and away from the busy Babak District center.
My expectations of the beach resort was really high because the pictures from their website and other blog sites are just so breath taking. However, I was a little (just a tiny bit) disappointed when we finally arrived at the place (I'll elaborate in a while).
Don't you just love those lush greens? |
Aside from the affordable rates, I really loved the long stretch of their property compared to the other beach resorts I've been to around Caliclic and Limao area. It's not entirely very huge but it's not narrow and congested. You have lots of room to move around because it had a huge play ground, good sized parking lot, and a long stretch of beach front.
Just look at that crystal clear water!! |
The magnificence of God's handiwork!!! |
Taken during low tide (when we arrived at the resort) |
Despite the annoying driftwood, we still enjoyed the cool breeze and sea water. The outing served it's purpose, which is for us to relax and enjoy summer! You can really tell I had a great time there because I took lots of photos (I got so awed with the place, I totally forgot to take photos of myself and boyfie).
The Rooms:
Anahaw Suite |
The Pavilion |
Gazebo |
Tables and Chairs |
Canteen |
Playground |
Parking Lot |
Bathroom and Shower Room |
Gazebo (P750 shared by 10 pax) - P75
Entrance Fee - P50
Transpo (my boyfriend have a motorcycle) - P120 fee for the ferry (two way)
For those who are commuting: Ferry - P10 (one way) and motorcycle - P50 (one way)
No need to worry about long bumpy ride because the highway road to the resort is cemented. However, the driveway to the main entrance is not anymore cemented but it's only a short bumpy ride.
Here's what I mean with bumpy! |
Thanks again for reading!!!!
xoxo
Hilda
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